Prerequisite/Recommended prerequisite for participation in the module

The module is based on knowledge achieved in Thermal and fluid dynamic systems or similar.

Content, progress and pedagogy of the module

Learning objectives

Knowledge

• Have knowledge about combustion technology
• Have an understanding of the kinetics involved in combustion processes
• Understand the topology of important catalytic conversion technologies
• Understand technologies involved in the production and processing of biomass and biofuels
• Have knowledge about chemical storage technologies

Skills

• Be able to perform calculations related to chemical combustion including kinetics
• Be able to design typical chemical conversion systems
• Be able to design systems involved in the production of biomass and biofuels
• Be able to design and evaluate chemical storage technologies

Competences

• Have the ability to apply and integrate the topics in an interdisciplinary correspondence with other related disciplines
• Be able to understand the assumptions of the fundamental design of chemical process and storage systems.

Type of instruction

Lectures supplied with independent studies and possibly guest lectures.

Extent and expected workload

Since it is a 5 ECTS course module, the work load is expected to be 150 hours for the student.

Exam

Exams

Name of exam	Fuel Conversion and Production
Type of exam	Oral examination
ECTS	5
Permitted aids	With certain aids, see list below Unless otherwise stated in the course description in Moodle, it is permitted to bring all kinds of (engineering) aids including books, notes and advanced calculators. If the student brings a computer, it is not permitted to have access to the Internet and the teaching materials from Moodle must therefore be down loaded in advance on the computer. It is emphasized that no form of electronic communication must take place.
Assessment	7-point grading scale
Type of grading	Internal examination
Criteria of assessment	As stated in the Joint Programme Regulations. http:/​/​www.engineering.aau.dk/​uddannelse/​studieadministration/​

Additional information

Examination format

The exam can be based on mini projects and assignments solved during the course.